1992 BMW 332 vs. 1963 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1963 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1963 Humber Sceptre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1963 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | BMW | Humber |
| Model | 332 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
